Incredibly underwhelming, even for an action blockbuster

Rating: 2/10 (26 December 2013)

Let me preface this review a little bit so hopefully this review can help people out in determining if the film is worthy of a watch based on their preferences (I say no for me). I love all types of movies--on the one hand I like movies that really make me think, but on the other hand, I find enjoyment in movies where I can shut my brain off and just enjoy some good action (Transformers, Battleship, Fast and Furious, etc.) I never go into movies like that expecting some masterpiece of a story and acting, but at least it's enough to keep me entertained.
That being said, I thought Pacific Rim was awful, the only redeeming quality of which was the CG. The acting and story was so poor, in my opinion, that it really set some new lows for me in my book, and failed to keep me entertained. If you're looking for some mind-numbing sci-fi action, I really would advise AGAINST watching this movie. I was able to enjoy stuff like Independence Day, Cloverfield, Battleship, and Transformers. Pacific Rim on the other hand, really just failed to excite me in any way what-so-ever. I'm a little upset that it received a 7.1/10 on IMDb, because I think that is FAR too generous for what it delivers.